He Watches Over Me

Yesterday was my turn to be the 'Prayer Warrior' for the 8:30 early worship and Lighthouse services at my church. It was also the day after we finally had our den paneling painted a golden sunshine color called wild bamboo! I awoke at 5:30 and couldn't wait to go look at the den again and enjoy the brightness of the walls! Even though it was still dark outside the freshly painted walls popped as I walked into the kitchen to heat water for my morning tea ritual.

After taking care of Dolly girl, our 11 year old cocker spaniel which is also a morning ritual, I felt a quiet peace come over me and lead me to the sofa for my morning time with God. On the way to the den I picked up a penci, my devo book Streams in the Desert, my Disciple II Study Workbook, Bible and a cup of hot steaming tea. I felt really peaceful, happy and contented.

The daily devo was fantastic. It spoke directly to my heart about how God is in us and how we have everything needed for healing of the physical, mental and spiritual bodies. I had not given much thought to us having three distinct bodies; however this also resonated deeply as I pondered the miracle of life and the wonderment of God's magnificance in creation.

As I reviewed the Disciple II workbook a vivid picture from years ago flooded my mind to the point that I wrote what I was seeing in the margin of the workbook. Here's some context to help you picture this scene. My great-uncle Dan sold his business to my dad in 1971. It was a music, jewlery and pawn shop combination which began in the 40's after his days literally as a horse-trader. This was a really cool store. I remember as a child stoping by to visit relatives in Dillon and was always amazed at the eclectic mix of items for sale.

So picture this tall black man with a hand span big enough to pick up a basketball entering the pawn shop. The door flings open and Mingo starts singing. His hands are uplifted and a booming baritone voice fills the store. "I sing because I'm happy, I sing because I'm free. His eye is on the sparrow and I know He's watching me." Mingo was a preacher. His favorite form of communication was singing. I never knew Mingo when he wasn't singing!

Feeling at peace, focused on my duty as 'Prayer Warrior', I got ready for church. Upon arriving at church I went straight to the prayer room and knelt at the small bench and began praying for the services that were being conducted in Sanctuary and Fellowship Hall directly below me. The singing and praises from the two worship services intertwined and made a cocophony of sounds that filled the prayer room with an energy that flowed through me. It was if I went into a trance. When I opened my eyes and looked at my watch I realized it was time to go to Sunday School. I went downstairs and heard Kat say, mom! I turned and she said, "WOW, the music today was incredible." She was in a conversation with Duchess from our Bible Study group and she said to me, "I noticed you were the 'Prayer Warrior' today. You are still glowing!" Kat then said, "Mom, you really sourced some great energy for the service." I told them I was looking forward to the 11:00 service and left for class.

After Sunday School Lynell and I headed to worship. Since Kat had commented on the music I couldn't wait to see what we would be singing. Of course, I should have known, His Eye is on the Sparrow, just the song Mingo was singing as I sat in the den alone with Christ!

Trust in the Lord, be in right relationship and find joy abundantly!